The song "The Burn" by Starship is about a relationship that has ended and the pain that comes with it. The lyrics suggest that it's better to be bad (to end the relationship and cause pain) than to be burned by staying in a relationship that's not working. The singer takes responsibility for the break-up, but believes that it's better to end things than to live a lie and pretend that everything is fine. The lyrics also touch on the idea that past mistakes or regrets mean nothing in the present moment. The singer suggests that it's better to move on and let go of the pain, even though it may be difficult. The chorus emphasizes the idea that bad (the end of the relationship) is better than the burn (the pain of staying in a toxic relationship). Overall, the song seems to be about the importance of honesty and self-preservation in relationships. It encourages listeners to be true to themselves and not to stay in relationships that cause more harm than good.
